Which sections of the Bojangles Express Franchise Agreement (EFA) detail the post-termination obligations?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| Obligation | Section in Development Agreement (DA) Franchise Agreement (FA) Individual Franchise Agreement (IFA) Express Franchise Agreement (EFA) Renewal Franchise Agreement (RFA) | Item in Disclosure Document | |
|---|---|---|---|
| a. | Site selection / acquisition lease | DA: Section IV FA: Not applicable IFA: Section V EFA: Section V RFA: Not applicable | Items 7, 8, 11 and 12 |
| b. | Pre-opening purchase/ leases | DA: Not applicable FA: Section VI.C., F., J., L., M., Q. IFA: Section V.B.-D. VII.E., I., K., L., O. |
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 30–37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the sections detailing post-termination obligations within the Express Franchise Agreement (EFA) are specified in Item 8. These obligations are found in Sections XVI.D., XVII and XVIII.A.(2)-(3) of the EFA.
These sections likely outline the franchisee's responsibilities after the franchise agreement ends, which could include ceasing use of Bojangles's trademarks and proprietary information,confidentiality agreements, and possibly non-compete clauses. Franchisees should carefully review these sections to understand their duties upon termination or expiration of the franchise agreement.
Understanding post-termination obligations is crucial for any prospective Bojangles franchisee. Failing to comply with these obligations can result in legal and financial repercussions. It is advisable to seek legal counsel to fully comprehend the implications of these sections before entering into a franchise agreement.